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Interview prep, system design, behavioural and career advice from engineers who've been there.
general30 Days Plan for Coding Interviews
Preparing for any interview is intimidating... but technically focused interview can be downright petrifying! Here is a step by step plan to be fully prepared.
general5 Signs You Need Career Coaching (And How It Can Help)
Feeling stuck in your career journey? It might be time for professional coaching. Unclear goals, facing obstacles, and seeking change are signs to consider. A coach can offer clarity, direction, and support to help you navigate challenges and achieve your career aspirations effectively.
general7 Steps to Land Your Dream Job
This may seem easier said than done but you truly can land your dream job with lots of practice and preparation.
generalAmazon's Leadership Principles
Amazon’s leadership principles are a set of fifteen leadership principles that guide the actions and decisions of their leaders. They are key to both the way the company operates... and interviews!
generalAmazon's Software Engineer Interview
Amazon Software Engineer Interviews are designed to figure out your problem-solving skills and test your knowledge of Amazon’s Leadership principles.
generalBackend Systems: Architectural Patterns
With this article discover key architectural patterns and design principles, including modular and microservices architecture, scalability,and high availability. Packed with practical examples and real-world case studies, this guide empowers you to build strong backend systems.
generalBias for Action - How to Master this Leadership Principle
This principle describes how Amazon is able to move so fast, and it is a great example of how a bias can drive a company to success. But what is the Bias for Action?
generalBuilding Your Story Bank
Learn how to create a story bank to showcase your skills and experiences during your tech job interview. Follow our step-by-step guide to craft effective stories and ace your interview.
generalCreating a Compelling Personal Brand for Career Success
Achieve career success by crafting a compelling personal brand. Showcase your unique strengths and expertise to stand out in your industry. Use consistent messaging across platforms, highlight your accomplishments and personality, and attract new opportunities while establishing credibility.
generalCustomer Obsession - How to Master this Leadership Principle
Learn how to create a story bank to showcase your skills and experiences during your tech job interview. Follow our step-by-step guide to craft effective stories and ace your interview.
generalDeliver Results - How to Master this Leadership Principle
Delivering results is important at all companies, but especially so if you work at Amazon. Opportunities also abound. There is seriously no limit to what you can achieve if you show leadership.
generalDive Deep - How to Master this Leadership Principle
One of the leadership principles that Amazon emphasizes is "dive deep," which means that you should understand your business, your customers, and your competition in detail.
generalEarn Trust - How to Master this Leadership Principle
I have found that the “Earn Trust” leadership principle is one of the hardest principles to put into action. Not only is it hard to do, but it can also be hard to explain in a way that makes sense.
generalFrom Code to Cloud: Scaling Engineering Excellence
In the latest episode of our Final Round webinar series, Hande Ormen, Co-Founder and CMO of Tech Interview Coaching, sat down with Sid, an accomplished former Principal Engineering Manager from Microsoft. Together, they explored what it takes to build, scale, and succeed in the cloud era.
generalFrontend Engineering: Architectural Patterns
Explore architectural patterns for resilient front-end systems. Learn to use modular design, event-driven architecture, and other techniques for scalable, and fault-tolerant user interfaces. This guide covers best practices for equipping front-end engineers to build robust systems.
generalHow Alizey Landed Her Dream Job with Tech Interview Coaching
Alizey's journey to Amazon wasn’t about ability—it was about strategy. With expert coaching from Tech Interview Coaching, she overcame self-doubt, restructured her interview game plan, and learned how to present her strengths with confidence. Her story shows what’s possible when you have the right support behind you.
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generalHow to Become a CTO: Key Insights from Adelina Chalmers, The Geek Whisperer
The role of a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is one of the most coveted positions in the tech industry. But what does it take to become a successful CTO? In our webinar series “The Final Round” hosted by Tech Interview Coaching, Adelina Chalmers, also known as The Geek Whisperer, shared her expert insights on this topic.
generalHow to Master the Behavioral Interview
Let’s demystify the behavioral interview! While there are many facets and flavors, candidates should put consistent time, energy, and effort into preparing for the behavioral sections of the interview process.
generalHow to Prep for your New Job (Yay!)
The first day of a new job can be nerve-wracking. It's the first time you meet many people and need to learn new processes and procedures. To help with this transition, we have some tips for getting ready for your first day at work.
generalHow to Prepare for a Video Interview
Love it or hate it: The video interview is a staple of the modern job search. It's easy to take for granted, but there are still some important things you need to know before your next interview, whether it's in-person or over Skype
generalHow to Transition from Individual Contributor to Manager: Key Insights from Arvind Muthukumar
Transitioning from an individual contributor (IC) to a management role is one of the most significant career shifts in the tech industry. In our webinar series “The Final Round” hosted by Tech Interview Coaching; Arvind Muthukumar, shared his insights and advice on making this transition successfully.
generalIn Depth System Design Twitter
A Detailed Exploration of User & Social Graph, Content, Feed, Engagement, Media, and Search & Discovery.
generalInterview Competencies 101
Here you'll find some super important dos and dont's foundational to ace all interviews!
generalJob Search Strategies That Actually Work in 2024
Unlock your 2024 job search success with AI-driven platforms, ATS-optimized resumes, and strategic online networking. Enhance your skills through online courses and attend virtual career fairs. Embrace remote work and stay ahead with the latest industry trends.
generalMastering Leadership: Have Backbone; Disagree and Commit
Amazon has a very important leadership principle that many companies could learn from. "Disagree and Commit." You may think, how is this going to help the company?
generalMastering System Design Interviews: Key Concepts and Strategies
System design interviews challenge you to architect large-scale distributed systems that serve millions of users while maintaining performance, reliability, and scalability. These interviews play a crucial role in technical hiring by assessing skills that directly impact your ability to contribute to complex software projects.
generalML/AI System: Architectural Patterns
Whether you're an ML engineer, software architect, or technical leader, this guide provides you with the knowledge to build ML/AI systems that handle real-world challenges and deliver consistent, high-quality results.
generalProduct Management: From Execution to Influence and Leadership
This webinar, part of “The Final Round” hosted by Tech Interview Coaching, dives deep into how PMs can evolve from executional workhorses to influential leaders. Our guest, Ivetta, Senior Product Manager, joined Hande Ormen to share her journey and tactical insights on scaling as a PM.
generalSigns You Need a Career Change (And How to Make It Happen)
Feeling stuck or dissatisfied? It could be time for a career change. Boredom, values misalignment, and financial strain are key signs. If you're experiencing burnout or strained relationships, trust your instincts to explore new paths for a fulfilling career.
generalStandout Product Manager Resume and Portfolio
Elevate your product management career with a standout resume and portfolio. Highlight achievements, tailor your resume to roles, and showcase top projects with quantifiable results. Ensure a polished presentation to captivate employers. Check this out for top tips!
generalSystem Design Interviews Prerequisites: Essential Concepts for JE/SSE/Architect Level
Building Blocks for Success; Key Concepts to Ace Your System Design Interview.
generalSystem Design of Netflix: Video Storage & Distribution, Playback, Recommendation, and Search & Discovery
A Detailed Exploration of User & Social Graph, Content, Feed, Engagement, Media, and Search & Discovery.
generalSystem Design of Uber: Real-Time Location, Dispatch, Trip Management, Pricing, Scheduling, Routing, Ratings, and Monitoring
Completing an end-to-end ride-sharing platform with real-time tracking, dynamic pricing, scheduling, and robust user feedback.
generalTechnical Program Manager Interview
Are you preparing for an interview to as Technical Program Manager (TPM)? It’s a career with a ton of responsibilities, so it’s very wise that you want to learn all you can about the interview process.
generalThink Big - How to Master this Leadership Principle
In this article, we are going to go through the Amazon leadership principle called Think Big. This is a very important principle that can help you think big and get more done with your teams. Ready to channel your internal Jeff Bezos?
generalUltimate Guide to Preparing for Data Analytics Interviews
Whether you're a beginner straight out of a bootcamp or a seasoned analyst, our comprehensive insights will ensure you're fully prepared for any data analytics interview. Get ready to impress potential employers and secure your dream job in data analytics!